Dental Licensing

Texas Dentist Dental Malpractice Defense Attorneys

Texas Attorneys Providing Dentist License Defense

Patients, peers, and others who have a grievance with a dentist who practices in the state of Texas may choose to bring the issue to the attention of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. As determined by the state's Dental Practice Act, this board has the full authority to impart disciplinary measures in instances of professional misconduct, poor patient care, inappropriate prescribing of medication, chemical dependency, and other possible violations. With substantial fines, license suspension, or even criminal proceedings as possible consequences, dentists who are contacted by the board should seek one of our dental boards attorneys immediately.

The Disciplinary Process

Texas dentists can expect the first step in a disciplinary proceeding to begin with an investigation by the Board of Dental Examiner's Enforcement Division. There are eleven people employed in this division which include a director, eight investigators, and two technicians. They are charged with investigating complaints against dentists, dental hygienists, and dental laboratories. During this period, you will be expected to provide all requested documents and answer any questions submitted by the investigator.

Once all of the evidence has been gathered and reviewed, the Texas Secretary of the Dental Board may choose to dismiss the charges. The case may be referred instead to a settlement conference, this being the most common resolution following the filing of a complaint. In some instances, a hearing may be required in front of an administrative law judge. The decisions reached both in settlement conferences and hearings in front a judge are voted on by the Board and then monitored for compliance.

The Dental Practice Act allows dentists to employ legal counsel through every step of the disciplinary process. An administrative law attorney who is aggressive and well-versed in the practice of defense before dental boards will be an essential partner in reviewing the case against you, cross-examining witnesses, and presenting the most powerful argument on your behalf. The administrative law attorneys at Bertolino LLP have extensive experience in front of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. With offices in downtown Austin, we are easily accessible to those in the dental field who need our legal services. Allow us to protect the professional reputation you have worked so hard to establish.

Contact a Texas Dental Boards Lawyer at Bertolino LLP

If a state licensing board is conducting an investigation and your license is on the line, our attorneys can help. Contact us by e-mail or call one of our offices. Call 512.476.5757 to reach our Austin office. In San Antonio, call 210.223.5553. To reach our Houston office, call 713.225.7474.